Maintenance Irrigation Technician

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Troubleshoot irrigation systems to determine reparation needs and proper functioning.
• Layout and install new or renovated irrigation systems.
• Pull and fit piping for irrigation systems.
• Set sprinkler heads and valve boxes.
• Maintain upkeep of irrigation systems in designated areas.
• Activate and deactivate irrigation systems according to seasonal priorities or pre-established schedules.
• Work in public right-of-ways, commercial sites, apartment properties, resort, retail centers etc.
• Communicate with customers on job progress routinely to ensure satisfaction with service and solve problems to foster a positive relationship and discuss additional landscaping opportunities.
• Execute timely service and quality work to all customer locations where irrigation work is done.
• Visit properties to evaluate all revenue generating opportunities and assist with design of irrigation proposals based on findings.
• Alert the Account Manager of any potential problems anticipated or observed and recommend any changes in methods, schedules and procedures to improve job performance.
• Ensure appropriate security of all tools, equipment, supplies and materials.
• Ensure the safe and proper utilization of equipment and hand tools.
• Participate in on-call services to provide evening, weekend and holiday emergency service.
• Maintain accurate records of equipment and materials used on the job to ensure sufficient inventory for providing services.
• Maintain strict punctuality at starting and ending times, break and lunch periods.
• Observe all company policies and procedures including dress standards, safety and timekeeping policies.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• Working knowledge of commercial irrigation systems, irrigation parts, controllers, valves, sprinkler heads, and associated components.
• Basic understanding of a broad range of irrigation system controllers, including weather management irrigation controllers.
• Ability to demonstrate initiative, personal awareness, a high degree of professionalism and business decorum while maintaining quality and technically proficient work.
• Effective administrative, organizational and time management skills with attention to detail.
• Must be able to follow directions and apply principles of logical thinking to define problems and initiate appropriate course of action.
• Must be able to follow written or verbal orders.
• Ability to efficiently and accurately use an electronic hand held device to record Associate time worked.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish.

REQUIRED LICENSE/CERTIFICATION

• Must possess a valid California Driver’s License and auto insurance.

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE

• High School diploma required or General Educational Development (GED).
• Minimum 5 years’ experience with commercial irrigation systems.
• Prior experience in the Landscape Maintenance Industry is required with emphasis on troubleshooting, maintaining and repairing commercial landscape irrigation systems.
• Irrigation technician certification is not required, but preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Lifting, carrying and manipulating objects up to 50 pounds for varying periods of time. Constant standing, sitting, walking, stooping, squatting, bending, climbing, twisting, traversing uneven ground, reaching, pulling, stretching, grasping and gripping (hand tools and equipment), getting in and out of vehicles (vehicle cab and bed) throughout the day.
• Must be able to wear all personal protective equipment according to company Safety Health and Environmental Policies, Industry Related ANSI Safety Requirements and OSHA Regulations.

WORKING CONDITIONS

• Working conditions are outdoors with exposure to the following: Hot and cold temperatures, sudden changes in temperatures, varying levels of noise, slippery surfaces, rain, dust/dirt, fumes, wind, uneven ground and landscaped slopes.

EQUIPMENT/MACHINARY

• A wide range of hand tools including but not limited to: loppers, shears, pruners, hand saw, bow rake, leaf rake, pole pruner, pole saw, push broom, shovel, pipe wrench, pipe vise, channel lock pliers, wire cutters, universal remote controls, wire toner and pipe cutters.

BENEFITS

• Sick Pay
• Paid Vacation
• 401(k) Plan
• Health Insurance
• Dental
• Vision
• Company Paid Life Insurance
• Multiple Reporting Locations

This job description is intended to state the essential function of the position and to be an accurate reflection of the current job, but it is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, skills, efforts, requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to assign other duties and tasks and revise the job as needs of the Company, property or position change.

RGS Landscape & Arbor Care is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All applicants will be considered without regard to race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, creed, age (over 40), disability, mental and physical, sex, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, and military and veteran status or any other legally protected status.